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It’s Long Term Care Awareness Month! Did you know the best time to start planning for long term care is in your 40’s?

TSPMG's Anna Skold, MD, was recently featured in the Medical Association of Atlanta's webinar, "The Silver Tsunami: Myths & Facts." A range of topics were discussed, such as debunking myths and providing facts about all things elder care; what to do when helping family members with diminished cognitive functional capacity; how to plan for end of life; advance directives and wills; the differences between elder care attorneys and estate planning, and so much more. Watch here: https://ow.ly/OvVp50TQM5S

Fantastic paper describing the facilitators and barriers to Nurse Practitioners working in Australian aged care.

When your aging parents are ill or hospitalized, they are at their most vulnerable. They may be disoriented, in pain, or unable to communicate effectively. This is where your role as an advocate becomes vital. Be their voice, ensure they receive the care and respect they deserve, and safeguard their rights and well-being. For more in-depth tips read this week’s blog at https://wp.me/pfhvi0-Ti

Just one question can save a child's life: ask if there are unlocked guns where your child is visiting. Temple Health is part of a 59-hospital coalition across Philadelphia, Southeastern Pennsylvania, Delaware and Southern New Jersey working together to help reduce injuries and deaths caused by firearms–which is the leading cause of death for kids in the US. Our goal is to empower caregivers, parents, and communities to speak up about gun safety. Get tips for starting this conversation. https://lnkd.in/edehhX96

Personal Conflicts, Even Violence, Are Not Uncommon in Long-Term Care: Arguments, verbal abuse and aggression are not unusual in elder care settings. Better staffing and training can ease the t... https://lnkd.in/du4uu8a5

Every technologist should advocate for this.

At National Patient Transport, we care about our people. Today we are reminding everyone at NPT that any day is the day to ask your family and colleagues, are you OK? We understand that listening, caring and giving someone your time might be just what they need to help them through a difficult time. You can prevent minor problems from becoming bigger ones. You don’t need to be an expert to reach out, you just need to be a good friend and listener. To find out more about how to have effective, empathetic conversations, visit https://loom.ly/0wrMnLs

Tomorrow is the NJRC's annual reentry conference, "Mental Health is Everybody's Business." Explore the challenges, intersection with the criminal justice system and recommended reforms alongside leading national experts. Register now so you don't miss it! 🗓️ March 28. ➡️ https://bit.ly/48rcI1X #MentalHealth #CriminalJustice #Reentry."

Join Our 4th Cohort of Healing: Group Therapy for Healing Parental Wounds. Are you ready to embark on a journey of healing and personal growth? Our group therapy sessions focus on helping individuals navigate the complexities of parental wounds and their lasting impacts. Why is this healing important? Healing will 1. improve the quality of your relationships by healing past wounds to create healthier, more fulfilling connections. 2. enhance your parenting skills as you gain insights that help you become a more compassionate and understanding parent. 3. help you develop your leadership qualities so that you lead with empathy and effectiveness in your workplace. 4. boosts your mental health so that you live a happier, more balanced life. You’re not alone. This supportive environment encourages growth and healing, allowing you to share your experiences and learn from others. Please forward this message if you know someone who could benefit from this experience. Together, we can foster healing and resilience.